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Boston Globe - Entertainment

YOUR TV GPS -- This week's TV: The latest 'Big Bang Theory' spinoff, 'King of the Hill' returns, and more -- Plus, a full-length "Avatar: The Last Airbender" movie comes to Paramount+.

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BOOKS -- The best local book events, July 19-24 -- All events are free and in-person unless otherwise noted.

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Summer Arts Guide - 80 fun concerts, festivals, shows, and more to check out around Boston this summer - From outdoor music festivals to comedy shows, here are the top events to check out in Boston and beyond this summer.

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All the movies you'll watch this summer

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10 NEW SHOWS TO WATCH THIS SUMMER

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Read more from our Summer Arts Guide

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Ava DuVernay's '14th' documentary on Trump-contested birthright amendment -- The Netflix film will mark a return to nonfiction for Ava DuVernay, the filmmaker of "Selma" and "Origin," and a follow-up to DuVernay's 2016 film "13th," her examination of the legacy of the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery.

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Patricia Lockwood wins Gabe Hudson Prize for a dark, comic COVID-19 novel -- The acclaimed author is this year's winner of the Gabe Hudson Prize, a $10,000 honor named for the late author, educator, and editor and given for fiction that demonstrates "humor, pathos, and a deep understanding of contemporary America."

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Brenda Fricker, the first Irish actress to win an Oscar for 'My Left Foot,' dies at 81 -- Fricker, who appeared in more than 90 films and television shows, was also known for her role in the 1992 film "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York."

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Father and daughter to unite on the Tanglewood stage - When violinist Keila Wakao makes her Tanglewood debut with the BSO, her number one fan — her father, Keisuke Wakao — will be supporting her from his usual seat in the BSO's oboe section.

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CONCERT REVIEW -- At Leader Bank Pavilion, Bob Dylan proves he's still painting his masterpiece -- Shrouded in a hood, Dylan remained at center stage for the duration of his tidy, 80-minute headlining performance.

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AUTOPILOT -- HBO's 'The Leftovers' brought fear and wonder to a selective end-times event -- The adaptation of Tom Perrotta's 2011 novel debuted in 2014.

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Filmmaker Ivy Meeropol talks #MeToo, Trump legal proceedings, and the making of her new documentary, 'Ask E. Jean' -- "Ask E. Jean" by filmmaker Ivy Meeropol dives into the life and career of E. Jean Carroll and her legal battles against President Trump.

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Director Sasha Waters on creating a 'poetic visual experience' for 'Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World' -- The new documentary features a mix of archival footage and interviews, with longtime Provincetown resident John Waters weighing in on his longtime neighbor.

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Why 'Modern Lovers 'Live'' remains an unpunk classic

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We talked with Matt Damon about his intense 'The Odyssey' experience and why Boston will always feel like home

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Ziggy Marley on his father, finding balance, and the 30th anniversary of the 'Arthur' theme song

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'Obsession,' plus more new movies and TV shows to stream this weekend

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Spectral scenes from a marriage in 'Paranormal Activity'

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'Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World' is a poetic tribute to a Provincetown fixture

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Local bestsellers for the week ended July 12

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Why would a wealthy English aristocrat secretly help American colonists argue for independence?

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Chris Evans makes triumphant Marvel return in new 'Avengers: Doomsday' trailer

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An ousted maestro, an angry orchestra, an uncertain financial future. The BSO faces the music.

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Don't miss these 10 performers at the Newport Folk Festival

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Cheapo Records has long been a cultural 'anchor' in Central Square. What's the secret to its longevity?

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'Cool Machine' completes Whitehead's Harlem Trilogy with thoughts of justice denied

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The best things to do in and around Boston this weekend

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Meet-and-greet with musician leads to infatuation

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George Santos' next gig? Reality TV show contestant.

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Apple TV's 'Lucky' is a bloody good crime thriller thick with family affairs

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Ken Marino comes to Boston with touring 'Death Becomes Her' this January

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